MDC RENAMED THOMSON SCIENTIFIC IP MANAGEMENT SERVICES

New Identity Emphasizes Broad Range of Services and Solutions for Managing and Protecting Intellectual Property Assets

 

Southfield, MI, USA - April 30, 2007 — Master Data Center (MDC), provider of IP management software and services, is now Thomson Scientific IP Management Services.

Thomson Scientific, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) and leading provider of information solutions to the worldwide research and business communities, today announced that Master Data Center (MDC), provider of IP management software and services, is now Thomson Scientific IP Management Services. The change in identity more accurately reflects the organization’s full range of services and signals its further alignment with The Thomson Corporation

IP Management Services, which has served the IP management needs of the world’s largest corporations and law firms for nearly 40 years, specializes in intellectual property portfolio management software, patent annuity and trademark renewal payment services, rules and consulting and professional services to help organizations manage their IP portfolio. IP Management Services became a Thomson Scientific business in 2004, as part of the IHI acquisition.

"This evolution of our business better communicates our capabilities and demonstrates the alignment of the world-class brands, content and tools from Thomson," said Cynthia Murphy, Vice President and General Manager, IP Management Services. "Also this week, we will officially launch the new version of our IP management software, with a new name that reinforces our new identity."

To support the new identity of Thomson Scientific IP Management Services, a new, re-branded web site has been launched at www.thomsonipmanagement.com.


The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com) is a global leader in providing essential electronic workflow solutions to business and professional customers.  With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to professionals in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, scientific research and healthcare.  The Corporation’s common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC).

Thomson Scientific is a business of The Thomson Corporation.  Its information solutions assist professionals at every stage of research and development—from discovery to analysis to product development and distribution. Thomson Scientific information solutions can be found at scientific.thomson.com.



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